"Chef Tim Egelhoff is known for his meticulous use of ancient techniques of classic European cuisine.
The slow braising of meats. Delicate French Bavarian pastries. Hand-crafted cheeses."

– Tour de Forks, Crested Butte, 2014

"He continues to comb through magazines, listen to his clients,
and take on new challenges that spark his curiosity and fuel his creativity."

– Snowshoe Magazine, 2011

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Customer Applause

"I recently had the pleasure of eating Chef Tim Egelhoff’s amazing cooking for a whole week while on a family retreat, and I was blown away! The food was incredible, the service was top-notch, and the entire experience was world-class. Knowing that the meals would be masterfully prepared and thought out enabled my wife and I to spend every minute of our trip with our extended family, and we’ll treasure that time for years to come. I can’t recommend Chef Tim enough!"

— Dave Ramsey, New York Times best-selling author and nationally syndicated radio show host

Customer Reviews

"I recently had the pleasure of eating Chef Tim Egelhoff’s amazing cooking for a whole week while on a family retreat, and I was blown away! The food was incredible, the service was top-notch, and the entire experience was world-class. Knowing that the meals would be masterfully prepared and thought out enabled my wife and I to spend every minute of our trip with our extended family, and we’ll treasure that time for years to come. I can’t recommend Chef Tim enough!"

– Dave Ramsey, New York Times best-selling author and nationally syndicated radio show host

"Tim Egelhoff is a master chef. He has a keen sense of subtle tastes and textures as well as of strong and bold flavors. The presentation of his dishes is exquisite. I have lived abroad in many different countries and have experienced world class cuisine; Tim's food equals and/or exceeds any I have enjoyed. What is most amazing, however, is that Tim's demeanor is always kind, calm, and joyful. This is atypical when compared to those master chefs I've met (who tend to be wound-up drama queens in their own kitchens.)"

– Sue Hurll-Bastian

"We have used Tim's private chef services for many years. Each year, clients and family alike anticipate his culinary creations. Many consider it the highlight of their time at the ranch. Not only is he truly talented at creating delicious menus, he's also one of the most pleasant people to be around. We are looking forward to many more of his fabulous meals in the future!"

– Robert and Charlotte Sharpe, Old Agency Ranch

"Tim's culinary skills are unmatched, in Crested Butte and elsewhere. Tim has been a part of some special moments in our lives and, thanks to his creations, helped to create many memories for us and our family. We would invite Tim into our home any time and always look forward to the next time he chefs for us. Memories are created around food and Tim epitomizes this!"

Dinner parties from 2 to 200 people, celebrations and special events,
interactive cooking classes and parties, and vacation home private chef services.

RATES

PREPARATION

Tim will grocery shop for all the food, wine and liquor, and will
arrive at a pre-determined time to begin cooking.

CONSULTATION

A phone or email discussion about the menu,
wine and cocktails, and room and table ambiance.
If possible, Tim would visit your kitchen and home ahead of time.

EXECUTION

All work will be done in your kitchen.
Tim will utilize the pots, pans and utensils at your location, and leave
your kitchen spotless when he leaves.
He will stay to serve and finish as to your request, and additional professional servers will be available

EXPERIENCE

Born and raised in Denver, Colorado, and self-taught as a chef, Tim has been in kitchens since the age of 15.

During his college career, Tim cooked in nearly every restaurant in Crested Butte while living the mountain
lifestyle the area offers. In the early 80s, Tim moved to Colorado’s Front Range for a larger cooking experience and an apprenticeship.

From there, Tim went to California to further his culinary education as sous-chef at Créme Carmel Restaurant in Carmel.
The enthusiastic clientele, unlimited produce, and fresh Monterey Bay seafood ignited Tim’s passion for world-class cuisine.
Being in the company of, and working alongside distinguished chefs, wineries, winemakers and restaurateurs provided the
ultimate schooling for a self-taught chef.

In 1989, Tim established the Timberline Restaurant, continuing his culinary journey back in Crested Butte.
The Timberline was in business for 21 years, and was regarded as one of the most high-end and reputable
restaurants in Crested Butte.

In 2010, Tim became a private chef, following his desire to continue enjoying his mountain lifestyle and
creating innovative world-class cuisine, both in Crested Butte and beyond Gunnison Valley.

In 2013, Tim became the executive chef of Maxwell’s Restaurant & Steakhouse in Crested Butte,
which became Elk Ave Prime in 2014. He remained a private chef on the side until 2015, when he decided
to become a full-time private chef and continue offering outstanding food and dining experiences for his loyal client base.

Tim and his wife, owners of the Timberline Restaurant.

“I make food that’s healthy, that’s made from scratch. I use real ingredients and do it by hand.
It’s that real care and attention to make sure it’s done well that makes the difference.”